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Chiang Mai, Thailand. The hidden Jewel of Southeast Asia. The Rose of the North. Situated in the mountainous region of Northern Thailand, expat residents of Chiang Mai enjoy more temperate weather and a relaxed lifestyle not much different from back home.

Come along and join the discussion about the beautiful sites to see, great food and other pleasantries on offer here in this lovely corner of the world!

 

For locals lucky enough to live in the most desirable location in Thailand!

Chiang Mai: The Rose of the North. The hidden jewel of Southeast Asia.

 

Natives & Expats welcome!

 

  Air quality questions? Start here first. https://aqicn.org/city/chiang-mai/

Simple rules:

Please do not spam your vlog/blog here unless you make a discussion post. Links to youtube videos that are shameless self promotion will be marked as spam. If you want to post your content, remember that this is a sub where most of the users live here or grew up here. You may submit these links as part of a discussion, but not in order to self promote or spam. Other videos are fine. Posts are not censored unless they contain something illegal under Thai law in order to protect mods from nebulous enforcement of these laws. For instance: DO NOT POST THE LOCATIONS OF TRAFFIC CHECKPOINTS.

 

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Please contact /u/Jollywog on reddit or in Line for assistance and invites.

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Advise on motorcycling gear

Hi folks - I’m an avid traveller and prefer quiet destinations and serene life part of the travel experiences rather than wild parties. Me and my wife are looking to plan a motorcycle ride in and around Chiangmai. Looking for advise and store suggestions on purchasing good quality motorcycle riding gear locally in Chiangmai. Thank you in advance.

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2024/12/03
09:19 UTC

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Gym + pool + fiber + quiet condo

Hey everybody,

I will be in Chiangmai soon and I’m looking for a condo with gym, pool, fiber and it needs to be quiet.

Can anyone help me here ? Which part of the city I should go to ?

Thanks.

2 Comments
2024/12/03
08:44 UTC

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Recommended tattoo shops / artists

Curious to see if anyone can recommend a location or artist in chiang mai. Cheers

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2024/12/03
08:34 UTC

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Best area of old city

Hey all just looking for advice on good areas within the old city to possibly stay. Want to be close by-ish to attractions plus night markets, bar club etc. so don’t have to walk too far at night 🥲 Looking at SW corner and NW corner currently but open for any advice/info that anyone has about the areas. Thank you 🙏

2 Comments
2024/12/03
07:08 UTC

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Thai DIY Sub

Hi All,

Just wanted to share that we've started a new subreddit for DIY'ers in Thailand. It's for those of us who want to ask, share and exchange info about the sometimes unique challenges of DIY projects in Thailand. Check it out! r/ThaiDIY.

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2024/12/03
06:52 UTC

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Chiang Mai Street Jazz Festival 2024 begins!

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2024/12/03
04:14 UTC

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How loud is the west of the airport?

I found a nice house west of the airport, near Wat Umong Suan Putthatham. Does anyone have any experience with the area? I haven't personally visited this place, and I'm wondering whether it's extremely loud (louder than Nimman areas over the runway direction)

Apart from noise, are there good eateries, gyms etc in the area?

17 Comments
2024/12/03
02:32 UTC

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Shipping to Australia

Is there any shipping or delivery company in Chiang Mai that I can deliver some papers to Australia within a week. Please recommend me if you know some.

Thanks.

1 Comment
2024/12/03
02:17 UTC

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Visa Application Living In Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai resident here with a UK passport, looking to travel to either russia or china soon, wondering if i can apply with my nationality and residency at a local consulate in Chiang Mai? any help very much appreciated

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2024/12/02
18:54 UTC

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Weather in Chiang Mai

I am going Chiang Mai next week, would need advice on what to pack as I heard December is cold in Chiang Mai. Is one hoodie and uniqlo light down jacket enough? Do I need to pack some warmers as well?

23 Comments
2024/12/02
17:24 UTC

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Where can I buy an orthopedic shoe?

My wife broke her toe, and we’re looking to buy an orthopedic shoe. Does anyone know where we can find one for sale? I’ve searched Google Maps, but most of the stores that come up seem to be regular shoe stores, not ones that specifically sell orthopedic shoes.

3 Comments
2024/12/02
13:15 UTC

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Cheap & Fast Business Cards Printing?

Preferably Nimman area.

Thanks

3 Comments
2024/12/02
04:37 UTC

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Best place to getting a monitor, a keyboard and a chair.

I am in chiang mai for two month and want to get a monitor, a keyboard and a chair for my stay. Where are the best places to get these? I wanted to try the facebook marketplace but i am not able to change my location to chiang mai in the marketplace filter.

5 Comments
2024/12/01
17:35 UTC

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Visiting in March/April

Hi everyone! Planning a 2-week Thailand trip in which Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai are included and I’m evaluating these 2 options: 1-second half of March (march 15th to 30th) 2-second half of April (from the 18th to 4th of May)

Is it true in April there are agricultural fires? Does the air get that bad? What about temperatures? Are there considerable differences?

Thanks a lot

12 Comments
2024/12/01
09:51 UTC

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Botox

Any Botox experts here?

I am 47 year old white male, who has taken care of his skin (micro abrasion, peels, sun screen and moisture). I am thinking of trying Botox and fillers.

My trouble areas are forehead and between the eyebrows.

Any suggestions on clinics here in Chiang Mai? Any other advice would be appreciated.

Thanks

5 Comments
2024/12/01
08:54 UTC

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Specialty Coffee in CNX

Cycling around Chiang Mai next week. Need some really good specialty coffee spots.

So far on my list are:

  1. Toffee Roasters (https://maps.app.goo.gl/88SkuD8GA5xnDPQM7?g_st=ic)
  2. ⁠Graph Coffee (https://maps.app.goo.gl/yuzmzEoh5CA8ABhh8?g_st=ic)
  3. ⁠Lot of Taste (https://maps.app.goo.gl/fCs9wKPSWfqJy4ov9?g_st=ic)
  4. ⁠Full of Happiness (https://maps.app.goo.gl/pXNbuiRVX66BVMs77?g_st=ic)

Any more?

47 Comments
2024/12/01
02:32 UTC

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ISO photography print of Chiang Mai

hi! as a gift for someone who recently moved from chiang mai, i am looking for a nice print of the city. does anyone have any recommendations of a photographer i could buy something like this from? thank you for any help in advance!

2 Comments
2024/11/30
22:58 UTC

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Are there any happenings during new years eve?

As the title says, coming with my mum and wondering if there's any countdown or cool things happening in chiang mai and if yes where is it usually?

2 Comments
2024/11/30
16:07 UTC

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Where university students go to party in Chiang Mai?

What are the most popular clubs for students in Chiang Mai to party? Preferably in Nimman area.

16 Comments
2024/11/30
14:50 UTC

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Always a client, will be learning Thai massage!

As the title said, I will be going to take a two week Thai massage introduction course in Chiang Mai. I should be able to give a 1.5 to 2hr massage with the knowledge | learned in the course.

Tbh I don't know what to expect but I'm nervous and excited about it. Because I love getting massage but to learn this craft, I'm afraid I wouldn't enjoy it. I hope I can develop this skill as a side job that give me ability to help and connect with others in a meaningful way. Also I love Thai culture and food. I'm will be attending the ITM school in Chiang Mai.

Has anyone been there before? What is it like? For a complete beginner like me, is it hard to get into massage therapy? Is there a subreddit for Thai massage?

Any reply is appreciated:)

*im not expecting to work as masseuse in Thailand

10 Comments
2024/11/30
12:53 UTC

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iPhone 15 Pro Max Tripod/Video Mount

Anyone know where I can grab a cheap phone holder/tripod rather than having to go to Maya or anything..? I’m in the south of old town. 🙏🏻

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2024/11/30
12:10 UTC

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Chiang Mai Co Working Space with Call Room

Will be in Ching Mai for a while and my work requires the occasional spate of phone calls. I could do this from my abode, but would rather not.

Any co-working spaces that have sealed rooms for calls? I am looking for a spot where my calls will not bother others.

Thank you.

4 Comments
2024/11/30
06:41 UTC

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How do you get up to Montha Than Waterfall Trailhead?

I don’t have a IDP so hiring a scooter isn’t a possibility. And I’ve walked so much In the last days my legs hurt walking to 7/11 😂.

What’s the best way on the fly to get there from old town?

4 Comments
2024/11/30
03:21 UTC

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Newcastle Match

Best place in Chiang mai to watch Premier League Football? Specifically Newcastle United vs Crystal Palace tonight 10pm? I’m in Nimman

3 Comments
2024/11/30
02:55 UTC

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Should I take a bus or drive a scooter to Chiang Dao from Chiang Mai?

If I take the bus, is there a scooter rental near the bus station that I can rent a scooter from for a couple of days?

12 Comments
2024/11/29
22:59 UTC

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Local pop punk bands in Chiangmai?

Here on vacation until the 4th and was wondering if there are any local pop punk bands that are playing while here. I've tried facebook and IG and I get a lot of bands in bars, which is still cool, but looking for more of a local show at a live music venue. Just need a point in the right direction. TIA!

Also, not limited to pop punk. Midwesternemo/screamo/hardcore is cool too! Anything alternative really

3 Comments
2024/11/29
17:03 UTC

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Granddent Dental Clinic

I am traveling to Chiangmai and plan to have some dental work done while I am there. Does anyone have experience with this clinic for (Dental Implants)?

TIA

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2024/11/29
12:57 UTC

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Evening I'm Chiang Mai

In the days we are traveling in nature, and any idea what to do in evening at chiang mai?

(Except massage (great) and night market)

10 Comments
2024/11/29
11:42 UTC

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Train to Bangkok

I’m taking the train back to Bangkok, do i need to print out the ticket or digital ticket on my phone is enough ?

4 Comments
2024/11/29
07:52 UTC

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Belated Thanksgiving

I'm thankful for all the expats before me that reached critical mass to get proper steaks and turkey in the area

0 Comments
2024/11/29
02:23 UTC

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